kuulutamine

Kuulutamine is the act of making information publicly known to inform a broad audience about a decision, event, or requirement. It is used in administrative, legal, and media contexts, and the term can refer to both the process and the notices issued as part of that process. Related terms include kuulutus (an announcement or public notice) and kuulating? no; the verb forms are kuulutada and kuulutama.

In legal and public administration contexts, kuulutused are official notices required by law to ensure transparency and give interested parties the opportunity to respond within specified time limits. Common examples include court notices, bankruptcy announcements, public tenders and auctions, changes in property ownership, and public consultations. Such notices are typically published in official channels that serve as an authoritative source for the public.

Channels and practical use vary by jurisdiction, but in Estonia many official notices are published in the Riigi Teataja, the state gazette, and on designated government portals or newspapers. The choice of channel is determined by legal requirements and the target audience. In practice, digital dissemination has become increasingly common, enabling faster reach and easier access to information.

Etymologically, kuulutamine derives from the verb kuuluda/kuulutada, meaning to proclaim or announce, with the noun forms reflecting the act or result of making information heard. While the term can also appear in religious or ceremonial contexts to refer to proclamation or preaching, in everyday and official language it predominantly denotes public notices and formal announcements.